gravity noun
1 natural force
ADJ. weak, zero the weak gravity on the moon | strong
VERB + GRAVITY be subject to All objects are subject to gravity. | defy The building leans so much that it seems to defy gravity.
PREP. by ~ The water flows from the tank by gravity to the houses below.
PHRASES centre of gravity (often figurative) Europe's economic centre of gravity shifted northwards. | the force of gravity, the law/laws of gravity
2 seriousness
ADJ. extreme I don't think you realize the extreme gravity of this offence.
VERB + GRAVITY appreciate, realize, understand
PREP. with ~ Criminal law does not treat traffic offences with the gravity they deserve.
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